Prepare to let your imagination soar! Ascent … When Dreams Defy Gravity, is now open at the C.R. Smith Museum. This locally-focused exhibition presents exciting, interactive, and educational content that celebrates the science and technology of flight Fun for the whole family, Ascent tells the story of North Texas’s proud aviation heritage, retracing the steps of the pioneering aviators, scientists and engineers who made North Texas one of the world’s premier aerospace hubs. With hands-on activities and educational touch screen interactive displays, the exhibition explores the evolution of aircraft design and manufacturing and offers a glimpse into the future of aerospace technology.